Lyme disease awareness is key

1:40 AM,
May 17, 2014

Written by

Connie
Smith

Now is the time to become more aware of the dangers of ticks and how to prevent tick bites.

Lyme disease, which was named after Lyme, Connecticut, where cases were first reported in 1975, is transmitted by the black-legged tick - or deer tick - and is the most prevalent tick-borne disease for humans in Ohio and the U.S.

Outdoor enthusiasts, gardeners, parents, hunters, pet owners and other people who frequently go outside need to ensure they are checking for tick and properly protecting themselves. ...